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Rare Fine Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case With Glass Eyes

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Rare Fine Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case With Glass Eyes

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Rare Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case With Glass Eyes

1 Fine English Edwardian Small Rare Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case.

Very rare, museum quality so collectible.

A feature that really stands out our the cute glass eyes & the ever so cute ears.

Subject vesta case in the form of a horse head.

Made from brass.

Exceptionally well made having such wonderful such detail to the face a

The base opens up to reveal inner compartment to store your matches.

Circa early 20th century.

Provenance bought from an antiques centre and now in the Cheshire Antiques Consultant collection.

A fantastic collectors gift.

Condition report.

Offered in fine used condition.

Having various charming natural patina wear, stains, scuffs, commensurate with usage & old age.

Dimensions in centimetres approx

High (4.2cm)

Width (2.8cm)

Length depth (3.6cm)

Reserve: $457.00

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Rare Fine Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case With Glass Eyes

Name: Rare Fine Early 20th Century Antique Horse Head Vesta Match Case With Glass Eyes
SKU: 172933475
Price: 550 USD
Availability: InStock